Clifford Rose was an English actor who is best known for his roles in Secret Army, Kessler, and War and Remembrance. He was born on October 24, 1929, in Hamnish, Herefordshire, England, and passed away on November 6, 2021, in Denville Hall, Northwood, London.
Personal and Family Life
Clifford was born as John Clifford Rose and adopted the name “Clifford” from his birthplace. He was married to Celia Ryder from 1957 until her death in December 2012, and they had two children, Jonathan and Rosalind, as well as one grandchild, Charlie. His brother is David Rose, known for Confessions of a Window Cleaner, and his brother-in-law is Pamela Barrie from The Bill.
Career
He began his education at the King’s School in Worcester and then attended King’s College London. Rose performed in an impressive 36 of William Shakespeare’s 37 plays and gained fame as Sturmbannführer Ludwig Kessler in the BBC drama Secret Army. He also appeared in various popular shows like The Pallisers, Doctor Who, and G.B.H., showcasing his range as an actor throughout his extensive career.
Death and Legacy
Clifford Rose died on November 6, 2021, in Denville Hall, London. He left a significant legacy through his diverse roles in television and theatre, and he was honored as an Honorary Associate Artist at the Royal Shakespeare Company. His contribution to acting was recognized with the Clarence Derwent Award in 2009 for his performance in The Chalk Garden.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Callan | 1974-05-23 | Dr. Snell |
| Secrets | 1973-08-14 | Villon |
| The Death of Adolf Hitler | 1973-01-07 | General Koller |
| Doctor Who: Warriors’ Gate | 1981-01-24 | Rorvik |
| Anybody’s Nightmare | 2001-09-28 | Mr. Justice Wright |
| The Good Father | 1985-11-01 | Judge |
| Work Is a 4-Letter Word | 1968-09-15 | Registry Office Clerk |
| Theban Plays: Oedipus the King | 1986-09-16 | Chorus |
| Tell Me Lies | 1968-02-02 | Helicopter Pilot |
| Love’s Labour’s Lost | 1985-01-05 | Boyet |
| Richard II | 1978-12-10 | Bishop of Carlisle |
| Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides | 2011-05-15 | Bailiff |
| G.B.H. | 1991-06-06 | Judge Critchley |
| Foyle’s War | 2002-10-27 | Bishop Francis Wood |